Mississippi Could be the Next Silicon Valley Could a state in the Deep South become the next Silicon Valley? by Samara Lynn
It’s the birthplace of African Americans of incredible achievement including Oprah Winfrey, Morgan Freeman, Medgar Evers, and B.B. King. The Magnolia State may soon become a hotbed for technological innovation. There is a push to make Mississippi the “Silicon Valley of the South.” The effort is being spearheaded by Dr. Thomas O. Mensah—a Ghanaian-born chemical engineer and inventor who has done notable work in the areas of fiber...
Here’s The Painful Truth About What It Means To Be ‘Working Poor’ In America
In a nation that has long operated on the principle that an “American Dream” is available to anyone willing to try hard enough, the term “working poor” may seem to have a bright side. Sure, these individuals struggle financially, but they have jobs — the first and most essential step toward lifting oneself out of poverty, right? If only it were that simple. According to 2012 Census data, more than 7 percent of American workers...
Cuyahoga Community College youth robotics team wins national championship
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Students from Cuyahoga Community College’s Youth Technology Academy won the FIRST Robotics Competition Championship, an engineering skills showcase in St. Louis that drew 20,000 participants from around the world. The Tri-C team — comprising more than two dozen Cleveland Metropolitan School District students — joined with three other U.S. schools to form the winning alliance. They are the first Ohio team...
Beneva Mayweather Foods
From The Lovin’ Ovens of Memphis, TN’s Own Beneva Mayweather Comes The Culinary Collection By Beneva Mayweather. These products not only capture the essence of flavors that were essential to Beneva Mayweather in her over 40+ years in the food service industry, but it allows her grandson to bring to the marketplace the secrets that Beneva developed and used to make memorable culinary creations – delicious, satisfying dishes like every...
Malcolm Little: The Boy Who Grew Up to Become Malcolm X by Ilyasah Shabazz
Malcolm X grew to be one of America’s most influential figures. But first, he was a boy named Malcolm Little. Written by his daughter, this inspiring picture book biography celebrates a vision of freedom and justice. Bolstered by the love and wisdom of his large, warm family, young Malcolm Little was a natural born leader. But when confronted with intolerance and a series of tragedies, Malcolm’s optimism and faith were threatened. He...